1950 Ford Vedette vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1950 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1950 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Vedette | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Vedette | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
